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03-11-2016, 10:34 AM
#211
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I installed the Beatrush latches the other day but have not taken pictures yet. I was able to keep the seats at the same position but I need to move the seats forward to unlatch them. Very nice pieces and will have to look into some security bolts for them. Weather has been too nice for me to even look at putting the top back on. So the hardtop just hovers from the garage ceiling.
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03-17-2016, 12:15 PM
#212
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Hardtop will be placed back on tonight. Had a lot of home improvement stuff I needed to do so I put it off. Have to take pictures of the GarageStar side brackets as well. Will probably sell them off. Pics when I am able to get them.
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03-17-2016, 12:34 PM
#213
6,000 rpm - mere mortals would shift
Surprised you weren't driving the Miata on Tues. We've had some lucky weather the last few weeks.
Someone at the park (i'm guessing another kickballer) had a green Miata with a rollbar in the lower lot. We were in her Jeep, so I didn't have any MR cards to leave.
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03-17-2016, 12:51 PM
#214
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I didn't get to see that. I was parked in the lot you saw me in. I try not to drive the Miata when I know there is going to be a crap load of traffic.
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03-17-2016, 04:01 PM
#215
I remember in CA, someone used security bolts on the Beatrush brackets then found a trailer hitch lock that fit through the latches.
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04-01-2016, 07:57 AM
#216
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Got an envelope from Rosenthal Mazda.
Needed some hardware for my hardtop. Pretty sure this will cure some/possibly all of the rattling.
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04-01-2016, 08:01 AM
#217
6,000 rpm - mere mortals would shift
That is one expensive nut; for just a nut.
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04-01-2016, 08:02 AM
#218
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I know but I found out you have to pay to play. I would rather have the OEM part than try to find one at Lowe's or ACE.
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04-01-2016, 08:26 AM
#219
6,000 rpm - mere mortals would shift
Exactly. it's impossible to find that size nut in a hardware store, I've even tried specialty bolt companies. I really should rebuild mine as well (if I keep the top), they are quite crusty.
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04-01-2016, 08:28 AM
#220
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They really aren't that expensive for a specialty nut. Peace of mind is priceless.
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04-01-2016, 10:07 AM
#221
6,000 rpm - mere mortals would shift
I *think* it is a thin profile M8 nut and a M8 bolt. Not sure how easy is to find metric hardware in US though.
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04-14-2016, 12:57 PM
#222
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So I installed all of the pieces that I received from Rosenthal. I think I have solved my hardtop noises. It is solid and no creaking at all. This is what the pieces looked like that I replaced. The white rubber things were so worn and I think that's what was giving me my rattling noise in the back. I think they were hitting the frankenstein bolts and not being held down.
All in all, money well spent.
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04-14-2016, 05:44 PM
#223
6,000 rpm - mere mortals would shift
They definitely were. Worth replacing before reaching this state, as the metal to metal contact can damage your Frankenstein bolts.
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04-18-2016, 10:53 AM
#224
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Got the car inspected and it passed. But was informed of a few things. So I am taking it down. Ordered from Rosenthal the complete timing belt kit. Also threw in the thermostat, gasket and hose kit. Trying to go Full-Steven on while I am there. Will probably start the job sometime in May.
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04-18-2016, 11:19 AM
#225
6,000 rpm - mere mortals would shift
I need to order that as well, since Rosenthal is closing soon
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